Exploring the ram's horn from biblical times to today, this book delves into the shofar's rich history and diverse uses in both ritual and secular contexts. It highlights the variations in shofar-blowing traditions across global Jewish communities, including different liturgical practices and sound combinations. This comprehensive study appeals to Jews, Christians, religious scholars, musicologists, and musicians interested in the shofar's significant cultural and spiritual role.
From the Middle Ages to the Baroque
Musical evidence for the use of early percussion instruments is slight, because their parts were hardly ever written down. Contemporary pictures, on the other hand, provide a wealth of information about their conversation and the contexts in which they were used. The authors describe in this book all the known percussion instruments from the Middle ages to the Baroque; trace their historical development; and give practical guidance on their playing technique. -- from back cover
The Montagu Collection showcases a diverse array of musical instruments from around the globe, originating in the early 1960s. Initially a small and random assortment, it was significantly expanded to support lectures and facilitate research in organology, the study of musical instruments. This comprehensive collection highlights the evolution and variety of instruments, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.